FDA Recall Terminated

Medtronic Navigated Cannulated Taps Individual cannulated taps are packaged in a clear plastic tube with protective plastic end caps. Kit/sets contain various devices including the taps. The kit/set configuration varies dependent on the part number. The devices are assembled and packaged into a shipping carton or into a holding tray which is then placed into a shipping carton. Designed for use in spine surgery to assist in the tapping procedure and the placement of screws during the surgery.

Recall: Z-1847-2015 · Initiated May 26, 2015

Recall

Recall Number
Z-1847-2015
Event Number
71342
Firm
Medtronic Navigation, Inc.
FEI Number
1000517638
Product Code
HAW
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Error in labeling
Initiated
May 26, 2015
Posted
June 26, 2015
Terminated
October 23, 2015
Address
826 Coal Creek Cir, Louisville, CO, 80027-9710

Description

Medtronic Navigated Cannulated Taps Individual cannulated taps are packaged in a clear plastic tube with protective plastic end caps. Kit/sets contain various devices including the taps. The kit/set configuration varies dependent on the part number. The devices are assembled and packaged into a shipping carton or into a holding tray which is then placed into a shipping carton. Designed for use in spine surgery to assist in the tapping procedure and the placement of screws during the surgery.

Reason

Medtronic Navigation is initiating a field correction due to the potential for injury which could occur as a result of cleaning the Medtronic Navigated Cannulated Taps.

Action

Consignees were notified via Urgent Medical Device Correction Notification on 5/26/15. The letter identified the affected product and described the issue. This field correction does not require the return of the subject products. Revised instructions for use are being provided to the identified consignees.

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution.

Quantity

15,798